Northern Railway Updates 45 Train Timetables & Terminals
Northern Railway announces new schedules and terminal changes for 45 trains, including Rajdhani and Humsafar Express, to boost festive season efficiency.
Northern Railway has officially announced a major overhaul of schedules and terminal locations for 45 trains, including the high-profile Rajdhani Express. This phased implementation, aimed at improving operational efficiency during the busy festive season, will affect key hubs such as New Delhi, Anand Vihar Terminal, Shakurbasti, and Ghaziabad.
The revisions are being rolled out in stages, beginning from October 28, 2026, and continuing through January 2027. Passengers are advised to take note of the specific changes to avoid travel disruptions.
Immediate Schedule Changes for Major Trains
As of October 28, 2026, several prominent services have already undergone timing adjustments:
- Purva Express (12381): Now arrives at New Delhi at 6:20 AM, departs at 6:45 AM, and reaches Shakurbasti at 7:20 AM.
- Lucknow Mail: Now reaches Ghaziabad at 6:01 AM and New Delhi at 7:00 AM.
- Vaishali Express (15565/15566): Now arrives at Ghaziabad at 5:58 AM and New Delhi at 6:45 AM.
- Humsafar Express (12275): The service from New Delhi to Prayagraj is now scheduled for an 11:05 PM departure.
Furthermore, starting from October 30, 2026, the return service of the Purva Express (12382) will no longer originate from New Delhi; instead, it will depart from Shakurbasti.
Major Terminal and Route Shifts Coming in 2027
The second phase of these revisions will take effect at the start of the new year. From January 1, 2027, significant terminal and routing changes will be implemented:
Terminal Adjustments
The terminal for the Prayagraj–New Delhi Humsafar Express (12275) will shift to Anand Vihar Terminal on January 1, 2027. The return service (12276) will follow this new terminal arrangement on January 2, 2027. Additionally, terminal adjustments will be made for the Kaifiyat Express (12225/12226).
Route Rerouting
The Nauchandi Express will undergo a routing change effective January 1, 2027. The train will now be rerouted via Transport Nagar and Utrathia, which means it will bypass Lucknow station.
Impacted Trains and Passenger Guidance
The timetable revisions extend to a wide range of important services. Trains impacted by these changes include:
- Tejas Rajdhani
- Duronto Express
- Bhubaneswar–New Delhi Duronto Express
- Sampoorna Kranti Express
- Vikramshila Express
- Magadh Express
- Saptakranti Express
- Prayagraj Express
- Rewa Express
To ensure a smooth journey, Northern Railway strongly advises all passengers to verify their specific train timings and terminal locations before heading to the station. Travelers can check the latest updates via the National Train Enquiry System (NTES) app or by calling the official railway helpline at 139.